research issues Flashcards

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extraneous variables

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any variable other than the IV that might have an effect on the DV if not controlled

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confounding variables

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any variable other than the IV, that varies systematically with the IV, that may have affected the DV

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demand characteristics

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any cue from the researcher/situation that may reveal the purpose of the investigation and lead to participants changing their behaviour

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4
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investigator effects

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any effect of the investigator’s behaviour on the research outcomes

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5
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randomisation (fix)

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the use of chance in order to control the effects of bias

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standardisation (fix)

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the use of exactly the same formalised procedures and instructions for all participants

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